Procurement And Contracts Specialist

Shape Your World
At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper.
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About the Role
Are you ready to drive strategic procurement initiatives and make a tangible impact on supply chain performance? We are seeking a dynamic Procurement and Contracts Specialist to lead and support a wide range of procurement and business activities that unlock value across spend reduction, productivity, working capital, and contract management.
As an integral part of our Procurement Operations team based at our Pinjarra Hub, you'll play a vital role in supporting Alcoa's Huntly and Willowdale bauxite mine sites, contributing value through the following:
Leading strategic sourcing and contracting efforts, including tenders, eAuctions, and commercial negotiations for contracts.
Collaborating with senior stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver tailored procurement solutions.
Analysing market intelligence and supplier capabilities to inform decisions and mitigate commercial risk.
Managing supplier relationships to ensure performance outcomes, resolve disputes, and drive continuous improvement.
Championing local sourcing opportunities and strengthen community supplier engagement.
Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies while protecting Alcoa's commercial interests.
Partnering cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Maintenance, HR, IT, and Finance to align procurement with business goals.
Supporting global initiatives by promoting and integrating Global Procurement programs at the site level.
What's on offer
Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
Flexible hybrid working options available.
Employee growth and development opportunities.
Parental leave support for primary and secondary caregivers.
Generous leave entitlements including a leisure a day off every 4-week period.
Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.
Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity within our employee inclusion groups.
What you can bring to the role
A tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field of study.
Background in a procurement role, with proven ability to develop procurement strategies and negotiate complex contract terms and conditions.
Skilled in building and sustaining strong business relationships, with excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong analytical thinking, influencing capabilities, and a talent for troubleshooting and resolving complex issues.
Exceptional time management and multitasking abilities, backed by sound business knowledge in manufacturing and a deep understanding of commercial dynamics in customer-supplier relationships.
Additional information
Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.
You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.
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About the Location
As one of the world's largest alumina refineries, our Alcoa Pinjarra Refinery produces approximately 4.7 million metric tons each year. Located within the Shire of Murray in the Peel region of WA, just east of the Pinjarra town site, our workplace offers an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed.
We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.
This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career
Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.